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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Patricia Brown-Glover
December 31, 2008
Banks Family,
I wish for you, peace and comfort. Mrs. Banks was such an inspiration and positive spirit for me. I thank you for allowing me to share your wife, mother, and grandmother. Whenever, I got "frustrated" at work, I would talk with Mrs. Banks and she always made me laugh and most importantly she kept if real. However, What I most admire was her love and care for her family. She often talked about her husband, son, daughter in law and those grand daughters. She was so proud of her family and was such a great inspiration and guide for me as I tried to prepare my own two sons for successful lives. Although some years have passed since we worked together, I can still see her smile, feel her warmth and carry her positive spirit.
Be Blessed Always,
Kevin Canada
December 22, 2008
Medaris,
It's taken me awhile to get to this because I don't know if I can compartmentalize all that I want to say to you about your Mom and my second Mom, Mrs. Dorothy Banks. A beautiful woman, a beautiful spirit, the epitome of a wife to Mr. Banks and a Mom without peer to you. I'll never forget the times spent in the family room of your house with you and friends and your parents right there in the mix. Three things about your Mom that are at the top of my mind whenever I think about her: First, your Mom was an advocate and supporter of young black men in general who were trying to reach their potential and of you in particular and she verbalized her support to you and me and Al and Dave and Ron and all of us who spent any time in her presence. Her advocacy was empowering for me and I know that it had to be a strength for you.
Second, Mrs. Banks had the best sense of humor, I mean an amazing sense of humor that I looked forward to whenever we would get together. And if you really got her going she would hit you with something like this: "Aw, gone way from here Kevin Canada!" I just loved it, I loved it, I loved it! Nia's laughter is amazingly similar to your Mom's laughter and whenever I see her laugh, I see Mrs. Banks!
Lastly, your Mom was as sweet a person as there ever was on this planet! Always a kind word, always an offer to help, always a cheery greeting whether in person or on the phone. My Mom and my sisters always enjoyed the times when we would go to lunch together because your Mom always made them feel good and always had something nice to say. Janene, Jennifer and Danielle just adored Mrs. Banks and they too always looked forward to being in her presence. She was sweet beyond measure Mr. Moe!
I can't finish this without letting you know how much your Mom adored your children. Whenever I saw Mrs. Banks she would show me the latest pictures of Nia and India, tell me how they were doing in school, let me know the latest on their activities (Nia's performing arts and India's athletics), and relate any recent funny stories or episodes in their lives. She could talk forever about your girls!
I can't begin to tell you how much I am going to miss your Mom. Words can't relate my anguish in her no longer being here in a physical sense. Likewise, words can't relate how wonderfully blessed I have been for these past 30+ years to have known and been in the presence of Dorothy Banks, a real angel right here on earth. Mrs. Banks spirit will stay with me forever. I loved your Mom, and I loved your Dad, and I love you and your family. I'm here if you need me my brother. Peace.
Karen Carrington
December 12, 2008
Medaris, Bobbette & family . . .
My deepest symphathies to you. Continue to hold to God's "unchanging hand" and he will give you strength and see you through this difficult time.
Love,
Karen
Phyllis Wright
December 11, 2008
Dear Medaris, Bobette, Nia, India and Family,
I am sorry to hear about Mrs. Banks passing and I wanted to let you all know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember your mother's sweet smile and how she was so warm to all she met. You will always have those beautiful memories. May God watch over you all and keep you in His care.
Love and Prayers,
Phyllis Harrison Wright and Family
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Marcia Hathaway
December 10, 2008
Medaris, Bobette and Family
Ms. Dorothy (momma) will be truly missed. God bless you during this time of bereavement.
Marcia Hathaway
Jeffrey & Jovanni Washington
December 10, 2008
Medaris & Bobette,
Deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rayford Harris Jr
December 10, 2008
Medaris and family, you have my deepest sympathies. They say that time heals all wounds, but I know this "wound" is one that is difficult to bear. Stay strong and you know how to find me.
Darlene (Sparks) Washington
December 10, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate your Mom's life and legacy. May God wrap you all in His peace and you find joy in His comfort.
Zadil Ansari
December 10, 2008
Medaris and Bobbette Banks,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your extended family at this very, very dificult time.
May God's never ending love and mercy comfort and continually sustain and strengthen you in faith.
V/r
The Ansari Family
Waldorf, Maryland
Avis Catchings
December 10, 2008
Hi Hampton Family
I want you to know that you are in my prayers. My family and I will ask the Lord Jesus Christ to bring peace during this time of grief and to restore your joy as you remember the many good things about your mom.
Love- Avis (Tinnin)
Marie Whitaker
December 10, 2008
To the Family of Dorothy Corzart Banks,especially to Medaris, Bobette,Nia,India,Ruby,and Noah jr.
Sorry, I am unable to be with you at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.memories of wonderful times,I was so fortunate to share with Dorothy,will always be treasured and remain within my heart.
your cousin
Loretta Wallace
December 10, 2008
To the family of Dorothy Cozart Banks- Mrs. Banks, was a great friend to my family. She will be truly missed by all who knew her. Her smile was always pleasing and her hugs reminded me of how much she cared about others. I remember all of the good times we shared at RPS. Mrs. Banks, what a good and faithful servant, may God receive you with open arms. My prayers are with your family and may they find peace with your home going.
E marlene Collier
December 10, 2008
medaris,Noah,Ruby,& Family,
Words cannot express the thoughts and sympathy that reach out to you now.May the memories of Dorothy comfort you in the days ahead.
Cousins Bessie Collier ,Rocky Mount NC
E. Marlene Collier
Keith Cameron
December 9, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lisa Townes
December 9, 2008
Medaris and family, May the thoughts, deeds and actions of those that love and care for you be of comfort at this time. My prayer is that you will find solace in the fact that you were a true and faithful child, that you showed love and respect beyond compare and your mother knew and appreciated all that you have done.
Peace,
Lisa
Ava Morton
December 9, 2008
Medaris, Bobbette I extend heartfelt sympathies to you and your family on behalf of the members of the 1982 Graduating Class of Hampton University.
May the Holy Spirit be with you at this time as a source of comfort and strength.
Linda Campbell
December 9, 2008
Miss Dorothy was such a beautiful woman! She was family to all of us and will be missed. "Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal". Linda Campbell and Family
Miss Mary Scott Crawford
December 8, 2008
Dear Medaris and family,I extend to you and your family my deepest sympathy and know that God picked another flower for his heavenly garden. It is hard for us to know the pain of lossing a parent and friend. Keep your hand in God's hand and it will be alright. My prayers will be with you and your family. Take care
David S. Dickerson
December 7, 2008
Medaris, Bobette, and Family-
My deepest sympathies on the loss of your Dear Mother and my Great Friend and Supporter, Mrs. Dorothy Banks. I have valued the friendship and support of your family for over thirty years now. Mrs. Banks always had a smile and warm words for me. I've got such wonderful memories of the times and conversations had in the family room on Clifton Avenue. Their was always great love and fun in that room. Both your Parents were the highlight of my time in Richmond. Their friendship and care have enriched the lives of all of your friends who've come to know them. God Bless...
David & Zoe Dickerson
Jolynn Johnson-Smith
December 7, 2008
Medaris and family, thinking about you all during this difficult time. Know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Jolynn, Jeff and Evan
Terry Johnson-Vann
December 7, 2008
Dear Medaris and Family,
We learned of the loss of your mother at Mass this morning. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony, Terry, and Lauren Vann
Chris, Dawn, Courtney, and Candace Cobb
December 7, 2008
To Medaris and Family,
Words can not express our feelings and sympathy on the loss of your mother. She is truly a "love mother" and will always be remembered in our hearts.
Shay Barnes
December 7, 2008
To the family of Dorothy Cozart Banks:
You have another Angel to watch over you.
On behalf of your cousin, Mary Whitaker Barnes McKinney, Greensboro, NC
From the staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home
December 7, 2008
We present this guestbook to you with deepest compassion and with our sincerest expression of sympathy.
Florence (Jackson) Jordan
December 6, 2008
Dear Medaris and Family,
My prayers are with you during this time. May your family feel God's love and grace as you deal with this change in your life. I will never forget your mom and her kind and generous nature.
Ben Green
December 6, 2008
Medaris and family,
I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. No words can express the way she treated and guided me in relationship to raising my son in a positive manner. May GOD bless you all.
Edith Whitaker George
December 6, 2008
To Medaris.Ruby and Noah.
We cannot know what lies ahead from day to passing day,What changes God is planning in His wise and loving way. We cannot know the reasons He allows both joy and tears, why we must lose the precious ones we've cherished throught the years.We cannot know but we can trust, and faith can help us find our way to those tomorrows that will bring us peace of mind. Know that our prayers are with you.
"The peace of God,which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philppians 4-7. You are remembered by
cousin Edith Whitaker George and Family
Sheri Cooley Brown
December 5, 2008
To Medaris, Bobette and Family;
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Medaris, it is very hard to say good-bye but, God knew how Mrs. Banks needed to be free from any discomfort. We really missed seeing her at St. Paul's after Mass and in the neighborhood. She always had a smile and a hug for us, especially for our children whom she watched grow up. May God give each of you strength during this time.
Peace of Christ,
Mike, Sheri, Michelle, and Alan Brown
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